Sales Executive – Economist Pro

We are seeking an ambitious, results-driven sales professional to significantly grow our footprint and client base in the USA. The Sales Executive will take a consultative, solution-oriented approach to selling The Economist Pro digital platform and API to enterprise clients.

Compensation

The expected base salary for this position is up to $120,000 but total compensation expected to be $167,500 with the potential to earn more with over achievement. .

Key Responsibilities

Own the full 360-degree sales cycle, from high-level prospecting and interest generation to successfully closing complex, enterprise-wide agreements

Proactively hunt and close net new logos within the assigned sales territory.

Demonstrate strong sales and market acumen to develop and execute effective go-to-market strategies.

Identify, build & manage a robust pipeline of both self-sourced opportunities and inbound marketing leads.

Prepare detailed sales forecasts, spearhead new growth initiatives and develop contingency plans to ensure success.

Consistently meet activity KPIs and exceed demanding sales targets.

Maintain accuracy and hygiene of all client and opportunity data within the internal CRM system.

Key Skills and Competencies

Proven experience selling premium subscription, research, SaaS, data, intelligence, media, or knowledge-based solutions into enterprise organizations

An understanding of how investment professionals leverage high-quality economic analysis, geopolitical intelligence, and market insight to support investment strategy and decision-making.

A successful track record managing consultative enterprise sales cycles involving senior stakeholders across research, strategy, investment, and leadership teams.